Demise of subhas a big loss to the cpimWith the death of transport and sports minister Subhas Chakraborty, CPIM perhaps lost its most influential mass leader. Throughout his political career, Subhas has been a controversial character. Every time he has opened his mouth, be it in favour of his party’s policies or opposition, he has created controversy. Though in his own words, he never said anything controversial, but only the hard truth that have evoked controversy. Several times in his political party, Subhas has been criticized by his fellow politicians for making controversial statements. Sometimes, his statements have put the party in such uncomfortable situations that they even thought of removing him from the ministry. But above all these, Subhas Chakraborty was among the most dependable man in the party. He was a man who could make everything possible, except bringing back life in a dead body. He was a master administrator, an organizer and a man full of positive energy who always wished to do something for his state.